Ning has always heard tales of the night spirits that used to terrorise the little village where he lives. So, each night, he helps his parents light bright orange lanterns to frighten them away. Secretly, he wonders if they're really as bad as everyone says - but is much too shy to ask anyone. But when Ning finds himself in the forest by night, he meets a creature who introduces him to the spirits' secret world and he discovers that all is not as it seems...A beautiful and magical story about confronting fears, confidence and a little boy who finds his voice.

A beautifully illustrated tale that shows no matter how small you feel, your actions can make help make big changes.

About the Author
Adriena Fong is an illustrator born and raised in Singapore. She later moved to the UK where she completed a degree in Illustration at Falmouth University in 2020. She loves working with gouache and colour pencils, as well as textured brushes on Photoshop. With a keen interest in narratives of all sorts, her work hopes to instil a sense of warmth and wonder. She is currently based back in sunny Singapore.

Reviews
A sweet, glowing picture-book story of loneliness and bravery. -- The Guardian
Ning and his new friends shine in this magical bedtime adventure. -- Devon Holzwarth, creator of Found You
A very special book, beautifully told and illustrated. -- The Rocketship Bookshop


Awards
Long-listed for Klaus Flugge 2024.



Book Information
ISBN 9781913123161
Author Adriena Fong
Format Hardback
Page Count 40
Imprint Flying Eye Books
Publisher Flying Eye Books